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Apparition

Qareen - Spirit Double

Every human has a Qareen—a jinn assigned to them at birth. It knows your thoughts, whispers temptations, and will testify against you on Judgment Day. You cannot escape your Qareen.

Ancient - Present
Islamic World
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The Qareen (or Qarin) is a spirit companion assigned to every human in Islamic tradition.

The Concept

According to Islamic tradition:

Every person has:

  • A Qareen assigned at birth
  • A jinn companion
  • It knows all your thoughts
  • It can be good or evil influence
  • Even prophets have them

Nature

The Qareen:

  • Is a type of jinn
  • Bound to one person for life
  • Knows every sin and secret
  • Can whisper suggestions
  • Will testify on Judgment Day

The Prophet’s Qareen

In Islamic tradition:

  • Muhammad had a Qareen
  • But his became Muslim
  • It only advised good
  • This is unique to him

Influence

The Qareen may:

  • Encourage sin
  • Whisper temptations
  • Be converted to goodness (rarely)
  • Know you better than you know yourself

Protection

To resist the Qareen:

  • Regular prayer
  • Recitation of Quran
  • Seeking refuge in God
  • Righteous living
  • Awareness of its influence

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